50 lbs lost, very few inches???

KeriW626

I guess I am losing muscle not fat? I will be going on a trip next week, as soon as I get home, I will start lifting weight. but have no idea how many calories I need for muscle gain. At this point I am more concerned with building muscle than losing weight. I understand it is difficult to do both. My currant train of thought is, build muscle mass, which will eventually burn fat? I eat clean, never get enough protien. So which is better Soy or Whey protein? And help on calories? I will open my diary, the past few days are not good. I have been sick. Today is a free day (luau)


So. 1. where do my calories need to be to build muscle, I am 5'3" and currently 217.6.
2. What type of protein is best?

Any help is good help. Thank you, Keri

gigglebunny1

I'm very new to all this - watching what I eat and exercising, so this may not be much help :embarassed:, but...

Do you do any strength training exercises (free weights, machines, etc.)? If I understand my trainers, strength training exercise will help build up muscle, and the muscles then burn calories even when I'm resting. I seem to have been losing inches between watching my nutrition, strength training exercises, and cardio workouts.

KeriW626

I'm very new to all this - watching what I eat and exercising, so this may not be much help :embarassed:, but...

Do you do any strength training exercises (free weights, machines, etc.)? If I understand my trainers, strength training exercise will help build up muscle, and the muscles then burn calories even when I'm resting. I seem to have been losing inches between watching my nutrition, strength training exercises, and cardio workouts.

Yes thank you this does help. I plan on starting to lift when I return from a visit to my in laws, the week after labor day. thank you.

MissShancey

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tannyasawyer

As above, any weight training would be good. As far as protien, it can't hurt to go over a little in your allowance, I've found in my case. Make it lean if possible. Chicken is my favourite - some for dinner, any leftovers go great with salad, a sandwich or a small snack/treat.